Question

use the image below
find x.
(1 point)

Explanation:

Step1: Use the property of supplementary angles

Since the two lines are parallel and cut by a transversal, \(x\) and \(142^{\circ}\) are supplementary angles. The sum of supplementary angles is \(180^{\circ}\). So the equation is \(x + 142^{\circ}=180^{\circ}\).

Step2: Solve for \(x\)

Subtract \(142^{\circ}\) from both sides of the equation: \(x=180^{\circ}- 142^{\circ}\).

Answer:

\(38\)